Men’s Flag Football
Team Registration Begins: Aug. 28
Team Entry Deadline: Sept. 8
Open Day: Sept. 21
Playoffs Begin: Oct. 19
Sept. 21
3pm The Slumder Dawgs vs FAST
4pm The Maize n Blue vs Sorry It Took So Long
Sept. 28
3pm The Maize n Blue vs The Slumder Dawgs
4pm FAST vs Sorry It Took So Long
Oct. 5
3pm Sorry It Took So Long vs The Slumder Dawgs
4pm Fast vs Maize n Blue
Oct. 12 Mid Term Break
Oct. 19 Playoffs
3pm #1 seed vs #4 Seed
4pm #2 seed vs #3 Seed
5pm Final
Standings: W - L = PTS
FAST 0-1=0
Maize N Blue 0-1=0
Slumber Dawgs 1-0=2
Sorry It Took So Long 1-0=2
Rules:
1. Teams must have a minimum of 6 players to start a game to avoid a forfeit. Teams can play with a maximum of 7 players on the field.
2. Games will consist of two 20-minute halves, and a 5 minute halftime. There will be "NO" overtime during the regular season.
3. The clock will run continuously except for the last two minutes of the game. At that point in time it will only run during the play.
4. The official field is 40yds. X 70yds. With 10 yard end zones.
5. First downs are achieved by crossing the “zone line in the center of the field.” Four downs to get a first down or touchdown.
6. There must be 5 offensive players on the line of scrimmage. Everyone is an eligible receiver.
7. If a flag inadvertently falls from a player, two-hand touch will down that player.
8. College rules: The ball is dead when it comes in contact with the ground. Play is dead when players knee hits the ground. This also includes punts and kickoffs. Interceptions are downed at the spot. Touchbacks will come out to the 25 yard line.
9. After a touchdown, a team may try for one extra point from the 3 or two points from the 10
10. Mercy Rule: If a team is 19 or more points ahead at the 2 minute warning of the second half or anytime within the final 2 minutes, the game shall be over.
11. No overtimes in regular season. In the playoffs, overtimes will consist of each team having four chances to score from the zone line in the center of the field. Interceptions returned for a touchdown end the game.
12. No direct snaps. Quarterbacks must be at least 2 yards behind center.
13. First team listed is home and must wear white jerseys.
Eligibility:
This sport is for HU students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Every team must submit a roster and the roster is final after the first game begins.
Schedule:
Games are played on Sun. afternoons
Equipment:
Flags and balls will be provided.
Location:
All games will be held at the Merillat Complex Intramural Field.